Section 17-1424-17 - Physical location(a) Site requirements shall include: (1) Location of the center in a safe and sanitary area which conforms to laws and regulations of the state and county governments;(2) Clean and sanitary conditions for the center, with proper means of refuse disposal. All solid waste generated by the operation shall be properly stored and removed from the premises at least once a week. There shall be proper disposal of sewage with all plumbing outlets connected to a private sewage disposal system or a public sewer system;(3) Provision of adequate natural light, artificial lighting, and ventilation in the building;(4) Proper maintenance of the building so that it is free from leakage during periods of rainfall and free from rodent and insect infestation;(5) Adequate space for outdoor activities; and(6) Well-drained outdoor space with both sunny and shady areas. The outdoor space shall not be subject to ponding during periods of heavy rainfall.(b) Building requirements shall include: (1) Conformance by the center to construction standards of the local county building ordinances, state statutes, including architectural barrier requirements, applicable local fire codes, and rules of the state department of health, and other government agencies having jurisdiction; and(2) Conformance by the center to county building code requirements for buildings used for day care purposes for children.(c) Electrical requirements shall include: (1) Maintenance of electrical circuits with proper fire protection which shall be installed in accordance with the respective county electrical code; and(2) Proper use of extension cords which shall not exceed ten feet in length and shall not extend from one room to another. The extension cords shall not be extended under rugs or be stapled, nailed, or otherwise permanently fastened to walls, floors, or ceilings.(d) There shall be a minimum of fifty square feet of floor space per person for recreational, resting, and dining purposes.(e) Requirements of toilet facilities shall include:(1) A minimum of one toilet and one wash basin conveniently located for every ten persons or fraction thereof, for each sex;(2) Installation of grab bars in the toilet enclosures; and(3) An adequate supply of soap, toilet tissues, and paper hand towels.(f) Kitchen facility requirements shall include: (1) Kitchen facilities that comply with the requirements of a single family dwelling when used for the preparation of meals for ten or less persons. When meals are prepared for more than ten persons, kitchen facilities shall comply with the food service establishment regulations of the state department of health;(2) Adequate facilities and use of proper methods for the preparation, serving, refrigeration, and storage of food according to public health regulations of the state department of health including: (A) A separate kitchen, which is properly screened and insect and rodent proofed, for preparing food; and(B) An adequate number of sinks with hot and cold running water, soap, and paper towels;(3) Adequate facilities and use of proper methods for garbage disposal and for washing, sanitizing, and storage of cooking, eating, and drinking utensils;(4) Kitchen stoves or commercial types of heating appliances requiring stacks or hoods located at a safe distance from the wall, ceiling, roof, or other combustible material which conform to requirements of the state fire marshal's rules; and(5) An approved potable water supply. Adequate and approved drinking facilities shall be provided.(g) Health and safety requirements shall include: (1) Provision of moisture proofed below finished grade walls and floors, adequate natural light, and ventilation where a basement is used as a center;(2) Proper artificial lighting in all indoor areas;(3) Confinement of the storage of combustible material to essential articles in line with operations of the center. There shall be no unnecessary storage of combustible material, flammable liquids, or other explosive materials within the building or on the premises;(4) Confinement of the burning of rubbish where necessary to an approved type domestic incinerator with suitable stack. An incinerator shall meet pollution regulations of the department of health;(5) Storage of all poisons and dangerous chemicals in locked closet or cupboard;(6) Facilities for washing, rinsing, and drying of mops provided exclusively for this purpose; and(7) Proper facilities for laundering.(h) Equipment requirements shall include:(1) Equipment and material of sufficient quantity and variety suited to the needs of disabled adults;(2) At least one chair with arms per participant and sufficient table space for meals and arts and crafts activities;(3) Equipment of safe construction and material, which is easily cleaned, sturdy, and in good condition;(4) Arrangement of furniture and equipment so as not to interfere with exits;(5) At least one bed, lounging chair or reclining chair for each three participants for resting purposes;(6) Comfortable chairs such as recliners or rockers so the participants may rest while remaining within the central activity area;(7) Adequate insulation of beds and chairs;(8) Bedding protection, pillow coverings, coverlets, and blankets for each participant. Each participant shall store the above provisions between usage; and(9) All equipment used by participants being maintained in a clean and safe condition.Haw. Code R. § 17-1424-17
[Eff 6/29/92; am 8/5/93; am and comp 10/04/01] (Auth: HRS §34 6-83) (Imp: HRS § 346-83)